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Mental Health Supports

Your mental health is a top priority

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Supporting your wellbeing

We know university, and life in general, can be stressful. Your mental health should be a top priority as you navigate life as a Dalhousie student.Ìý Student Health and Wellness is here to support your overall wellbeing. As a Dalhousie or King’s student, you have access to many helpful mental health resources. Explore the supports available to see what's best for you!Ìý

Same-day Counselling

  • Appointments available at the Student Health & Wellness Centre (Halifax) andÌýat Sexton Campus (Tuesdays)
  • Book online or call 902-494-2171
  • No charge for counselling appointments at the Centre
Same-day Counselling

Good2Talk

  • Free and confidential counselling for post-secondary students
  • Available anytime - 24/7/365 and in 120+ languages
  • Call 1-833-292-3698 or text GOOD2TALKNS to 686868
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Support for Truro Students

  • Talk with a nurse or doctorÌýto be referred for counselling or mental health support in the communityÌý
  • Access resources through
Same-day Counselling
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Peer Support Services

  • GetÌýfree, non-judgmental, confidential, and safe mental health support from Dal's Peer Support workers in Halifax
  • Visit them during drop-in hoursÌý

Group Wellness

  • Learn more about group wellness options availableÌý
  • Free for students in Halifax (available in-person/virtually) and Truro (available virtually)
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PAWSitive Support

  • Drop by and spend time snuggling with one of our therapy dogs!
  • Chat with volunteers from St. John Ambulance, Therapeutic Paws of Canada, theÌýDMCRTÌýand Dal psychologist,ÌýMarriam Abou-El-Haj.
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Mental Health Forum

  • A monthly group chat for students, faculty and staffÌý
  • Talk with one another about how best to help yourself and each other toÌýcontribute to a healthier campus communityÌý
  • Psst...there are snacks!
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HealthyMindsNS

  • A collection of free, online mental health resources for post-secondary students.
  • Find links to peer support, counselling, toolkits and more
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Togetherall

  • A free, safe,Ìýanonymous, online peer communityÌý
  • Find courses specific to your concerns and learn techniques to manage your mental health
  • Tools, self-assessments and articles that help you understand how you’re feeling and track your progress
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Tranquility

  • Free online resource to help students manage mild to moderate anxiety and/or depression
  • Includes educational modules for resilience training, stress, anxiety, interactive tools, coaching protocol and more
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The Inquiring Mind

  • A free mental health training certificate program. You'll learn:

    • How to recognize declining mental health

    • When and how to get mental health support

    • Evidence-based coping strategies

    • How to reduce stigma and build a supportive campus community

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Stay Physically Healthy at Dal

Getting active is a great way to reduce stress, enhance your mood, boost your energy and improve your sleep!
Dal has several athletics and recreation facilities that students can access.Ìý